Justin Verlander RUMORS & NEWS

Detroit Free Press
"Justin Verlander spoke on a few topics after the Detroit Tigers’ 10-4 loss to the Rangers on Tuesday night, their ninth loss in the last 11 games. Among them were the trade rumors that have circulated his name for the better part of the past two months and his future with the only organization he..."
August 16

Fanrag Sports
"The Houston Astros and Detroit Tigers are discussing a possible deal to send former MVP and Cy Young-winning starting pitcher Justin Verlander to Houston, sources tell FanRag Sports.
Though the two continue to discuss a deal, completing one won’t be easy. Verlander, 34, is still due to make $28..."
August 15

MLB.com
"The Astros and Tigers have discussed a Justin Verlander trade this month, sources say, but it remains unclear if the sides have made much progress.
Among the numerous obstacles: Detroit has been reluctant to eat a substantial amount of money in a deal for the ace, at least without receiving..."
August 11

The Score
"Justin Verlander has cleared revocable waivers - allowing Detroit Tigers general manager Al Avila to shop the six-time All-Star to any team he wants - but manager Brad Ausmus said he'd be "shocked" if the veteran right-hander was dealt in the next few weeks.
"It's too hard really to have a..."
August 08

Bleacher Report
"The Houston Astros reportedly had contact with the Detroit Tigers about a potential trade involving starting pitcher Justin Verlander.
On Sunday, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported the news, citing sources who said the contact occurred "this month." However, Morosi cautioned it is "unclear if..."
August 07

MLB.com
"Now that the non-waiver Trade Deadline has passed, expect the Tigers to put much of their roster on revocable waivers on the chance of an August deal. Justin Verlander was one of the first. Don't expect anything to come out of it.
An industry source confirmed an ESPN report that Verlander..."
August 03

Detroit Free Press
"More than a year after getting engaged, Kate Upton and Justin Verlander are still in the wedding planning process.
And who can blame them?
The supermodel and Detroit Tigers right-hander have been pretty busy. While one - Verlander - is trudging through a long 2017 baseball season and has..."
August 02

Sportsnaut
"Minutes before the trade deadline, Detroit Tigers ace Justin Verlander let it be known that he wasn’t going anywhere, posting a selfie from the visiting clubhouse at Yankee Stadium, where the Tigers are playing.
Though, in a funny twist, he actually did a little more than just that.
It..."
August 01

UPI
"He has an MVP, Cy Young Award, Rookie of the Year and more. But Justin Verlander recently became a reporter, stating that he's still with the Detroit Tigers.
Verlander, 34, has been rumored in trade talks for months, but remains with the franchise. He has been a member of the Tigers since being..."
August 01

CBS Sports
"The Detroit Tigers have had an active July. They entered trade-deadline day having already dealt J.D. Martinez and Justin Wilson, among others.
It doesn't appear the Tigers will make another big move before the 4 p.m. ET deadline, however. In fact, Bob Nightengale is reporting that both Justin..."
July 31

ESPN
"With the trade deadline a day away, Justin Verlander considers himself in a win-win situation, as he wouldn't mind staying with the Detroit Tigers and has control over which teams can acquire him.
Verlander pitched six scoreless innings Sunday against the Houston Astros in what could be his..."
July 31

Fanrag Sports
"Barring a crazy, last-second turnabout, iconic Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander will remain in Detroit after Monday’s trade deadline.
There’s been a lot of speculation about Verlander since the Tigers are conducting a sale, but sources say it would take a “miracle” for him to change..."
July 29

CBS Sports
"Coming into Thursday, the Dodgers have baseball's best record (71-31) and best staff ERA (3.12), both by comfortable margins. The Astros have the second best record (67-34) and the Diamondbacks have the second best staff ERA (3.52).
Despite their record and strong pitching staff, the Dodgers..."
July 27

Detroit Free Press
"There was a moment, however fleeting, that Justin Verlander wants to share with you.
It came after the top of the seventh inning on Monday night, after the 119th pitch of his night, a 98 m.p.h. fastball, was caught in centerfield. It was in the back of his mind – has been for quite some time..."
July 25

CBS Sports
"The Brewers have seen their lead in the NL Central whittled down since the break, and that has increased the pressure on the Milwaukee front office to fortify the roster leading up to the July 31 non-waiver trade deadline. Even with Chase Anderson slowly working his way back from injury, the..."
July 20

CBS Sports
"The Astros are running away with the AL West, but they're still looking to fortify their roster leading up to the non-waiver trade deadline in the hopes of a deep playoff run. Specifically, the Astros want to add some rotation help before July 31.
We've known for time that Houston had eyes for..."
July 20

Real GM Baseball
"The Detroit Tigers are willing to discuss Justin Verlander in trade talks and have softened their stance on including cash in a possible deal.
Verlander is in the fifth season of a seven-year, $180 million contract that will pay him $28 million each year from now through the 2019 season. About..."
July 18

MLB Trade Rumors
"Two weeks ago, it was reported that while the Tigers were willing to discuss Justin Verlander in trades, they sought a significant prospect return and weren’t inclined to include any financial compensation to offset his sizable contract. Now, MLB.com’s Jon Morosi tweets that the Tigers have..."
July 17

Detroit News
"Before the Cubs made a dramatic trade Thursday with the White Sox that shipped pitcher Jose Quintana to Wrigley Field, the Cubs inquired about Tigers star Justin Verlander.
However, a source familiar with the two clubs’ conversation say there was no formal Cubs offer. No Cubs prospects were..."
July 16

Fanrag Sports
"After much anticipation over former MVP Justin Verlander hitting the trade market, Verlander isn’t drawing much, if any, trade interest now, according to sources.
This is the case for a combination of reasons. He isn’t having nearly the same year he had last year, he makes $28 million a year..."
July 13

CBS Detroit
"The situation isn’t in Justin Verlander’s control.
Except, of course, that it is.
If the Tigers strike a deal for their ace in the coming month, Verlander will have the power to veto it.
Rumors have intensified in the past few days with the Tigers struggling to stay afloat in the A.L...."
July 06

Detroit Free Press
"Put your projection hat on: Are the Detroit Tigers closer to being a last-place team or a playoff team in 2018?
That’s the whole issue, isn’t it?
The Tigers are stuck in neutral. It’s obvious they’re not a playoff team.
It’s just as obvious GM Al Avila should play the long game between..."
July 06

ESPN
"Despite a down year from ace Justin Verlander, the Detroit Tigers don't seem to be lowering their asking price on the right-hander.
There's a perception among teams that have inquired on Verlander that the Tigers are looking for a "big, big, big return without salary offset," ESPN's Buster..."
July 05

247 Sports
"The Detroit Tigers might be looking to trade Justin Verlander at the impending MLB trade deadline, and if they do, they are looking for the moon in return.
According to ESPN's Buster Olney, the perception among teams looking at Verlander is the Tigers want a major return without much salary..."
July 04

CBS Sports
"The reigning champion Cubs are presently a disappointing 42-40 on the season, but thanks to the surrounding mediocrity in the NL Central they're still very much in the race. They do, however, need roster improvements, and that's why they're expected to be an active buyer leading up to the July 31..."
July 04

Sportsnaut
"Dating back to May 4 of 2007, Justin Verlander had struck out at least one batter in every single start, a streak that spanned 331 starts.
Unfortunately, the Detroit Tigers pitcher has seen that epic streak come to an end.
Verlander was replaced by Chad Bell in the bottom of the fourth..."
July 02

The Score
"With the Detroit Tigers sitting near the bottom of the American League standings at 34-42, Justin Verlander's time with the club may soon come to an end.
The 34-year-old winner of the 2011 AL MVP and Cy Young is expected to hit the trade market sometime in the next two weeks, according to..."
June 28

Michigan Live
"Justin Verlander was throwing a perfect game. Then Jarrod Dyson laid down the perfect bunt.
And thus the potential violation of one of baseball's unlimited number of unwritten rules, albeit this was only in the sixth inning.
You do not bunt to break up a no-hitter.
Except Verlander --..."
June 22

Michigan Live
"Detroit Tigers ace Justin Verlander was seated at a card table in the middle of the visitors’ clubhouse at Safeco Field.
His eyes were riveted to his phone.
“Are people talking about this?” he asked to no one in particular.
He turned to a group of reporters in the clubhouse: “Are people..."
June 20

Hardball Talk
"Yesterday Tigers ace Justin Verlander was removed from his start due to right groin tightness. The move was precautionary, but the team decided to give him an MRI just to be on the safe side.
The team got some good news today: MRI results showed no structural damage and he is not expected to..."
June 05

Detroit Free Press
"Justin Verlander’s day at Comerica Park was short.
It was littered with control issues and foul balls, a couple of runs and the most ominous sign of all: Mound visits from Detroit Tigers manager Brad Ausmus and head trainer Kevin Rand.
Verlander didn’t look like his normal self, not at all...."
June 04

ESPN
"Detroit Tigers ace Justin Verlander apparently isn't worried he might be tipping his pitches.
The right-hander tweeted "working on my tipping" Monday with a GIF of himself drinking a beer in a pool.
Verlander matched a career high by allowing nine runs Saturday in the Indians' 13-6 win over..."
April 18

MLB.com
"When Carlos Santana sent Justin Verlander's first-pitch curveball into the right-field seats Saturday, he passed former Indians and White Sox great Jim Thome for the most home runs against Verlander, who was asked about the comparison.
"Pretty similar," Verlander said. "I either strike him out..."
April 17

Fox Sports
"The Detroit Tigers aren’t having the most statistically impressive spring thus far. But they are far less concerned about their 3-10 record than some of their fans are.
After Tuesday’s loss – Detroit’s seventh in eight Grapefruit League games this month – ace Justin Verlander channeled Packers..."
March 08

Hardball Talk
"File this under “man, that would’ve been cool.” Or, if you’re a Tigers fan, file it under “man, that would’ve signaled several years of misery.” However you fall on the matter, however, know that, according to Jon Heyman, the Dodgers inquired about trading for Justin Verlander over the..."
February 24

CBS Sports
"Those approaching hoof-beats? They belong to This, Our Baseball, and any time baseball is the matter at hand we’re honor-bound to thunder about the designated hitter.
CBS Sports has learned that the AL uses the DH and the NL doesn’t, and that this has been the case since 1973. This stark..."
February 23